Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000
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Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-840mm (F3.4-6.9) lens
- 289g - 113 x 67 x 40mm
- Launched February 2016
- Refreshed by Nikon A1000
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-105mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 167g - 98 x 61 x 27mm
- Introduced January 2010
Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000 Overview
In this write-up, we will be comparing the Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the A900 (20MP) and S2000 (10MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe A900 was announced 6 years after the S2000 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).
Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the A900 matches up versus the S2000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix A900 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon A900 Gallery and Sony S2000 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon A900 over the Sony S2000
A900 | S2000 | |||
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Introduced | February 2016 | January 2010 | More modern by 75 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 921k | 230k | Clearer screen (+691k dot) |
Reasons to pick Sony S2000 over the Nikon A900
S2000 | A900 |
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Common features in the Nikon A900 and Sony S2000
A900 | S2000 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lack of Touch friendly screen |
Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon A900 features outer dimensions of 113mm x 67mm x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 289 grams (0.64 lbs) whilst the Sony S2000 has dimensions of 98mm x 61mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the A900 vs the S2000.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the A900 and S2000 is 88 and 93 respectively.
Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes simply by reviewing specs. The image here may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the A900 and S2000.
All in all, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Nikon A900 to deliver more detail with its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger A900 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon A900 vs Sony S2000 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix A900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Sony |
Model | Nikon Coolpix A900 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-S2000 |
Category | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2016-02-23 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Bionz |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3888 | 3456 x 2592 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-840mm (35.0x) | 33-105mm (3.2x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.4-6.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 921k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8s | 1s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/1200s |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames per second | 1.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m (at Auto ISO) | 3.30 m |
Flash options | - | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 30p, 25p) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 289 gr (0.64 lbs) | 167 gr (0.37 lbs) |
Dimensions | 113 x 67 x 40mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") | 98 x 61 x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | 2 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, optional SD, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail pricing | $400 | $225 |